Delivery from Brazil to Ukraine: Strategies for Large Businesses

Expert Guide by Midmoon Logistics

Brazil is a key partner for Ukrainian companies seeking to diversify supply chains, reduce costs, or access exclusive resources. According to International Trade Centre (ITC) data, bilateral trade reached $1.2 billion in 2023, with 70% of Ukraine’s imports from Brazil comprising raw materials and industrial components. However, large-scale operations require professional logistics support. How to mitigate risks and optimize costs?

Why Brazil? Strategic Advantages for Corporations

For large businesses, Brazil offers:

1. Access to Unique Resources:
   • Niobium (80% of global production) for aerospace industries.
   • Second-generation biofuels (from sugarcane) for ESG strategies.
2. Favorable Trade Agreements:
   • The pending EU-MERCOSUR agreement will reduce tariffs on industrial goods.
3. Logistics Hubs:
   • The Port of Santos (Latin America’s largest) handles 4.8 million TEU annually.

Example: A Ukrainian auto parts manufacturer reduced costs by 18% by importing Brazilian aluminum via Midmoon Logistics, which optimized a multimodal route (sea + rail).

Organizing Delivery: 3 Critical Aspects for Corporations

1. Documentation: Minimizing Legal Risks

• Requirements for Large Shipments:
  • Siscomex Certificate (Brazilian customs system) for exports over $50k.
  • INMETRO Compliance Declaration for electronics and machinery.
• Midmoon Solution: Legal experts ensure documents comply with AEO (Authorized Economic Operator) standards for expedited customs clearance.

2. Transport Mode: Optimizing for Scale

Note: For “just-in-time” projects, Midmoon provides chartered services with guaranteed delivery dates.

3. Customs Clearance: Avoiding Delays

• Requirements for Large Shipments:
  • Pre-clearance audit for goods valued over $100k (Ukrainian State Customs Service requirement).
  • CE marking for machinery exported to the EU.
• Midmoon Case Study: For importing 50 tons of coffee, Midmoon pre-validated the HS code 0901.21.00, reducing clearance time to 24 hours.

Top 3 Challenges for Corporations (and Midmoon’s Solutions)

1. Geopolitical Risks

   • Tariff changes due to Brazil’s BRICS membership.
   • Solution: Cargo insurance against political risks via partners like Lloyd’s and Allianz.

2. Currency Volatility

   • The Brazilian real (BRL) fluctuates by 15-20% annually.
   • Solution: Logistics costs fixed in USD/EUR for 90 days.

3. Logistics Bottlenecks

   • Congestion at Itajaí Port during soybean export season (April–August).
   • Solution: Alternate routes via Paranaguá with Midmoon’s reserve warehouses.

Why Midmoon for Corporate Business?

• ERP Integration (SAP, Oracle) for automated order tracking.
• Dedicated Manager with 10+ years of B2B logistics experience.
• Climate-controlled Warehouses in São Paulo and Kyiv for sensitive goods.

Partnership Example: Midmoon delivered 15 tons of pharmaceutical raw materials from Brazil to Ukraine in compliance with GDP (Good Distribution Practice) standards.

Logistics as a Competitive Advantage

For large businesses, shipping from Brazil is not just transportation but a value chain link. Midmoon Logistics offers:

• 25% Faster Delivery via proprietary logistics corridors.
• Cost Transparency with fixed tariffs.
• ESG Compliance (eco-friendly fuels, carbon footprint reporting).

Next Steps for Your Business:

1. Request a logistics cost audit on Midmoon’s website.
2. Receive a tailored delivery plan with ROI analysis.
3. Sign a contract with KPI guarantees (time, cost, safety).